Tuesday June 17
12:46
Apple again escapes $300M Optis wireless patents...
Apple has again managed to avoid paying a massive fee in its long-running Optis iPhone wireless patents lawsuit, with the U.S. Court of Appeals throwing out a $300 million verdict.
4G LTE is still an expensive headache for Apple
Apple has been embroiled in a lawsuit with Optis Wireless Technology since 2019 over a handful of 4G LTE patents since 2019, and it has seen defeat twice. However, thanks to another favorable appeals court decision, it has managed to dodge the fine for a second time.
In a decision from the U.S. Federal Court of Appeals on June 16, the 2022 ruling that resulted in a demand for Apple to pay $300 million in compensation to Optis is to effectively be bounced back to the court in Texas. Reuters...
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12:45
Threads adds dedicated fediverse feed and profile...
After a year of slow, sometimes confusing steps toward fediverse support, Threads is now making it easier for users to actually see and discover content from other platforms. Here’s how it works, and how to enable it.
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12:28
F1 reviews are here, and it sounds like exactly the...
F1 The Movie is shaping up to be Apple’s biggest film gamble ever. But if critics’ reviews are any indication of success, that bet could pay off big at the box office this summer. Here’s what reviews are saying.
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11:46
CarPlay’s ‘next generation’ is already looking...
CarPlay’s evolution has in several ways been a disappointment since the “next generation” of CarPlay was first previewed in 2022. But all of a sudden, in the span of a mere month, CarPlay’s future looks brighter than it has in years—in part because of a redefinition of what that future will be.
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10:56
Apple’s Journal app is coming to iPad and Mac with...
Apple’s Journal app is coming to the iPad and Mac as part of iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, and several brand new features will be included too—even on iPhone.
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10:06
PSA: WhatsApp for iPhone now also lets you copy part...
If you got excited by yesterday’s news that iOS 26 will let you copy parts of a text message in Messages, but aren’t running the beta and don’t want to feel left out, here’s some good news: you can already do that on WhatsApp.
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10:00
What's new with iPad app windows in iPadOS 26,...
Of all the very many new features in iPadOS 26, none of them make the iPad feel so different as the very many window options. Here's what we've gained — and what we've lost.
Window and document improvements in iPadOS 26 make a huge difference
If it seems ridiculous to be excited about app and document windows on an iPad, it now seems a little bit foolish to have been happy with what we had before. The new paradigm is so good that it feels as if this is the way we should always have worked on the device.
The new features are in iPadOS 26, which at present is only available in a beta test version intended for developers. There will be a public release in the next few weeks, but the safest thing is to wait for the official launch in September.
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09:43
Satechi's latest SSD enclosure brings serious...
If you're looking for a sleek, high-performance storage solution designed for anyone on the go, Satechi's new Ultra-Slim USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure might just fit the bill.
Satechi's new Ultra-Slim USB4 NVMe SSD
Satechi's new enclosure supports SSD sizes 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 with expandable storage from 1TB, up to 8TB. That makes it ideal for anyone who wants a lot of storage in a small footprint.
Thanks to USB4, the USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure can transfer files up to 40Gbps, which is roughly eight times faster than USB 3.0. This means you could move ten 4K movies in under 40 seconds or 4,000 high-res images in roughly 30 seconds.
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09:33
Apple TV+ has a twisty new crime thriller coming:...
08:46
Deals: 14-inch 48GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro $300 off,...
08:43
Instagram is working on a repost button for the main...
Instagram might be about to cross off one of the most requested features from users’ wish lists: The company has confirmed it’s testing a native repost button for the main Feed. Here’s how it might work.
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08:19
Robot vacuums in HomeKit: Here are the supported...
When Apple released iOS 18.4 to everyone earlier this year, and it came with a big upgrade to the Home app. With iOS 18.4, users can now add robot vacuums to HomeKit for the first time thanks to the Matter smart home standard.
Here are the robot vacuums compatible with HomeKit…
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07:55
Here’s everything new coming to Reminders in iOS 26
iOS 26 introduces a lot of big changes to how the iPhone software looks and feels, but there are plenty of updates for system apps too, including Notes, Maps, Photos, and more. Apple’s Reminders app gets a variety of new features too, here’s everything coming to Reminders in iOS 26.
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07:44
Apple's Home Hub smart home display leaks in...
Apple's rumored smart home display has surfaced in a new leak, one sourced from code in the developer beta for iOS 18.6.
Apple's so-called Home Hub could have an iPad-like screen.
Apple is working on new hardware designed for use in a smart home, according to many rumors. While there are expectations for a Home Hub device to eventually arrive, a new leak brings hope for a release sooner rather than later.
Assets included as part of the first iOS 18.6 developer beta have been discovered,...
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07:40
Amazon announces Prime Day 2025 dates and big change...
Prime Day 2025 is coming soon, with a surprise being an extension of the sale. But if you're in the market for a new Apple device now, there are plenty of discounts in effect offering up to $400 off.
Prime Day 2025 deals start July 8 - Image credit: Amazon
It's official — Amazon Prime Day 2025 will kick off on July 8. But a change has been added to the mix, with the mega shopping event running for four days instead of two.
Get early Prime Day deals
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07:39
Security Bite: Infostealer malware spikes 28% among...
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07:25
Apple may look late to AI but it's aiming for...
While other tech companies rush to dominate artificial intelligence with bold promises and uneven results, Apple is building something slower, quieter, and more durable.
Apple Intelligence is just fine for what it is
Out of curiosity I tested Apple Intelligence using the new Shortcuts action in iOS 26. Apple mentioned this feature at WWDC 2025, but it didn't get much attention during the keynote.
The Shortcuts action gives users direct access to Apple's large language model. You can choose the smaller on-device version or the more capable cloud model running in Apple's private compute environment.
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07:21
Google teases Pixel 10 in latest ‘Best Phones...
In its continued “Best Phones Forever” series, Google pokes a bit of fun at how many iOS 26 features are “inspired” by Pixel, while also teasing the Pixel 10.
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07:00
Fleet lands $27M Series B to expand open device...
Device management vendor Fleet has raised $27 million in Series B funding to accelerate development of its open device management platform. The round was led by Ten Eleven Ventures and brings Fleet’s total funding to $52.3 million. The company reports 6x revenue growth over the past two years and plans to use the funding to expand adoption across enterprises looking for flexible deployment options.
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06:59
Firefox quietly starts testing Perplexity AI as a...
Mozilla is making its first official move toward AI-powered search in Firefox. As part of a new experiment, Perplexity AI is now being offered as an optional search engine directly in the browser’s address bar. Here’s how to try it.
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06:51
Apple's Back to School sale returns, but there...
The annual Apple Back to School deals are live, but while free AirPods or Magic Keyboards are nice to get with purchase, you really should consider shopping around for better offers.
Apple's Back to School promo is live - Image credit: Apple
Apple's Back to School promotion for people in higher education has launched in the United States. Building on top of the usual special pricing for education users, the promotion offers a little bit extra for education users gearing up for the academic year ahead.
However, while the 2024 Back to School offers were gift cards, Apple is instead offering a selection of accessories to go with a selection of its products. Something that may...
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06:36
Apple must face lawsuit over iCloud storage, judge...
Apple’s iCloud storage policies are unpopular with users for a variety of reasons. And according to a judge’s ruling, certain aspects of those policies might just be monopolistic, as Apple’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit related to iCloud storage has just been denied. Here’s what that means.
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06:33
Adobe Firefly app lets you generate AI images and...
Adobe Firefly, the popular AI app for generating both images and video, is now available as an iPhone app. It follows the release of a Vision Pro app back in February.
The app has the same capabilities as the the web tool, but in a form optimized for mobile use. The app doesn’t limit you to using Adobe’s own image-generation models – you can also choose between a selection of third-party ones by Google, OpenAI, and others …
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06:14
iOS beta code includes new references to Apple’s...
Apple was most recently rumored to be readying an unveiling of its upcoming smart display product in the spring, but the device’s dependence on the troubled Siri features seemingly put the launch on hold.
Nevertheless, it seems work on the project continues as we have found new assets meant for the device, hidden inside the just-released iOS 18.6 beta. The asset may even reveal the screen resolution of the device …
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06:00
Adobe Firefly adds mobile app, new AI models &...
Adobe's Firefly platform now includes a mobile app, support for additional generative AI models, and enhanced collaborative ideation tools.
Adobe's Firefly platform now includes a mobile app
Firefly's new app for iOS and Android allows users to generate and edit images or videos using text prompts. Features include image-to-video generation, object removal, background extension, and direct editing with AI tools like Generative Fill and Generative Expand.
Users can switch between Adobe's own models and third-party models from providers such as OpenAI and Google.
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05:05
Apple Intelligence could be about to launch in China...
There are strong indications that Apple Intelligence could be about to launch in China, following its deal with Alibaba to use its Qwen models.
A local report says that Alibaba has updated its ChatGPT competitor Qwen3, which has been optimized for the AI framework used on Apple devices …
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05:01
Apple used iPhone parts to make a custom movie...
The Apple Original Film "F1 The Movie" used the iPhone in an unusual way, by using components typically used in the smartphone to create a custom camera.
A shot from the custom iPhone-based camera in 'F1' - Image Credit: Apple
The videography that goes into major films is often filled with custom tech, all to achieve the perfect shot the director wants. While the industry is very familiar with many different types of hardware, from modular cameras to action cams, one of the cameras used in "F1" relied a lot more on Apple's technology than normal.
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04:49
Social media is now the top news source in the U.S.
For the first time ever, social media has overtaken TV as the number one way Americans get their news. Whether that’s a good thing… depends on who you ask.
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04:33
Apple launches Back to School shopping promo: free...
Apple’s Back to School promotion for 2025 is now available. For a limited time, eligible customers can get AirPods or another eligible accessory for free when they buy a new iPad, MacBook, or iMac. That comes in addition to the year-round discount Apple offers on items sold through the Apple Store for Education.
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04:27
A million SMS two-factor authentication codes were...
A new report found that around a million two-factor authentication codes sent by text message appear to have been intercepted.
A tech industry whistleblower revealed that the 2FA security codes passed through an obscure foreign company with links to government intelligence agencies and companies engaged in digital surveillance …
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04:16
Apple faces iCloud lawsuit after after judge...
After initially dismissing a proposed class action lawsuit over Apple's allegedly forcing users to use iCloud, a judge has now accepted further evidence and ruled that the case must continue.
iCloud logo
Originally filed in March 2024, the class action complaint accused Apple of violations the Sherman Act and the Clayton act. The allegation is that Apple has established "an illegal monopoly" because of its requiring Apple device users to use its iCloud backup.
A year later in March 2025, US District Judge Eumi Lee in San Jose, California, dismissed the case. However, she allowed that the plaintiffs could file an amended case,...
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04:15
Apple’s 2025 roadmap is reportedly missing a major...
Macworld
With WWDC in Apple’s rearview mirror, we can now all turn our attention to the next round of hardware releases coming in September. We already know the iPhone 17 is on the way, but a new report claims one product we were expecting this year might not arrive.
Jeff Pu of GF Securities has issued his latest Apple Product Timeline, and it includes some expected products, including the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3. The new watches will almost certainly launch alongside new iPhones in September, as Apple has done every year since the Apple Watch arrived in 2015.
This year, however, we were also expecting new AirPods Pro to arrive, as it’s been three years since Apple last updated its high-end earbuds. But Pu says the new earbuds aren’t...
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04:10
Amazon Prime Day 2025 returns July 8-11: All you...
Macworld
Somehow, it’s already June and that means this year’s first Prime Day event is quickly approaching on July 8-11. There may be no better time to get your hands on Apple gear, plus accessories for Macs and iPhones, as well as other tech of interest to Apple diehards. Read on for all the details.
When is Prime Day 2025?
Amazon has announced that Prime Day will run between July 8 and July 11, which is along the lines with our original guesstimate. Since there are four days between the 8th and the 11th, Amazon is doubling the event this year, which is in line with the rumors we’ve been hearing about Prime Day lasting for more than its typical two days.
This is the first time we’ll be seeing the event last for so long.
When was Prime Day in previous years?
In previous years, Amazon’s Prime Day event lasted for 48 hours, and always started on a Tuesday. Let’s check out the exact dates:
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04:00
News items you should check out: June 17
03:55
Amazon Prime Day 2025 dates announced, with four...
If you’ve had your eye on any tech goodies, the dates for Amazon Prime Day 2025 have been announced by the company. What started as a single day and was later extended to two has again been doubled, running for a full four days this year …
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03:32
Meta AI app ‘a privacy disaster’ as chats...
Update: Business Insider notes that Meta has now added a warning message when users share chat queries.
The Meta AI app has been described as “a privacy disaster,” as users unknowingly make their embarrassing questions public.
One tech writer described it as like discovering your web browser history has been public all along without you knowing it …
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03:31
Brad Pitt and Tim Cook gatecrash 'Severance...
A Today at Apple session with the makers of Apple TV+ hit "Severance" was capped by a surprise visit from Tim Cook and Brad Pitt, as Apple's "F1" promotion tour continues to ramp up.
Brad Pitt (left) and Tim Cook promoting "F1" at Apple Fifth Avenue — image credit: Apple
Despite spending a billion on films every year, Apple has been criticized for letting movies flop through a lack of marketing. There's no possibility of that criticism being repeated now, as the new Apple Original movie "F1" is practically being pushed as hard as a new iPhone.
The latest promotion was a special edition of the company's Today at Apple in-store workshops, this time at the New...
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03:00
Apple @ Work Podcast: Breaking down multi-display...
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Bernie Thompson from Plugable about all the ins and outs for Thunderbolt docks, multi-display support, DisplayLink, the new , and more.
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02:00
Apple launches program to repair out-of-warranty M2...
If you love your out-of-warranty M2 Mac mini, but it refuses to boot, Apple may have you covered. According to Apple, “a very small percentage” of these Mac minis have an issue where they will no longer power on. Eligible devices can have service done to fix the issue by Apple or an Apple Authorized […]
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01:00
Make 2025 the year you break up with your Dropbox...
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We’re of the opinion that a new year means a new you, and the new you shouldn’t be paying subscription fees for cloud storage. Instead of giving Dropbox a chunk of change every month, why not own 10TB of cloud storage after just one payment?
Yup, lifetime access to Internxt cloud storage is now only $279.99 (reg. $2,900) with coupon code STORAGE20. It’s a big figure upfront, but consider this—a similar Dropbox plan takes $15 away from you monthly. If you do the math, this Internxt offer pays for itself after 18 months.
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00:00
Rumor: Apple to release Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year
If you’ve been hankering for the next generation of the Apple Watch Ultra, it might be en route for this year. Per analyst Jeff Pu of GF Securities Hong Kong and @jukanlosreve, both the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 are expected to arrive this year, according to his latest product roadmap […]
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Monday June 16
22:20
48-hour Deal Zone: Save up to $500 on Apple's...
Apple Authorized Reseller B&H is having a Mac Deal Zone event in celebration of its Bild Expo conference, and shoppers can save up to $500 on the latest M4 Pro and M4 Max configurations.
Save up to $500 on Apple's latest Macs today.
The four deals highlighted below are valid for 48 hours only as B&H's Bild Expo event for creative professionals kicks off in New York City (it's free to attend).
Save up to $500 today
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18:04
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17:58
Brad Pitt and Tim Cook surprise fans at Apple Fifth...
Apple fans visiting the company’s iconic Fifth Avenue store in New York were treated to an unexpected moment this week: following a panel on Apple TV+ hit series Severance, Apple CEO Tim Cook and actor Brad Pitt took the stage to promote the upcoming Apple Original Film F1 The Movie.
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17:11
Personas compared: a much more natural digital you...
Apple revealed a dramatic upgrade to Personas in visionOS 26 that makes them look much more realistic. Here's how they compare to the older versions.
visionOS 26 makes Personas look much more natural
When Apple first revealed Personas for Apple Vision Pro, they took on a somewhat blurred, stiff structure that struggled with detail. Beards and hair became flat, eyelashes disappeared, and expressions were limited.
Personas got an upgrade in visionOS 2 that provided more detail and expressions, which also included the Spatial Persona update, but it was an improvement of the same rather than a rethink. What Apple has created in visionOS 26 is a completely rebuilt experience...
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16:41
Oakley and Meta tease new smart glasses launch for...
It looks like Meta’s smart glasses lineup is about to expand beyond Ray-Ban. A new verified Instagram page called “Oakley | Meta” popped up this week, teasing a joint product launch scheduled for Friday, June 20. Here’s what to expect.
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15:38
Commuters in South Korea will soon be able to pay...
More than two years after landing in South Korea, Apple Pay is about to fill one of its biggest gaps in the country: public transportation support. However, the win might be short-lived. Here’s why.
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15:23
Apple Intelligence is one step closer to launching...
Chinese commerce giant Alibaba has unveiled a new version of its flagship Qwen3 AI model, now compatible with Apple's MLX architecture, signaling that the debut of Apple Intelligence in China is on the horizon.
Apple Intelligence could soon make its way to users in China.
While Apple Intelligence gained support for the simplified version of Chinese with iOS 18.4, Apple's generative AI features still have yet to debut in China itself. The country's unique...
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15:14
These are my favorite Find My accessories
There’s a robust ecosystem of Find My accessories on the market nowadays. All of these accessories would make great additions to your life. After all, what’s a better investment than a way to keep track of their most important possessions?
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15:12
9to5Mac Daily: June 16, 2025 – More iOS 26 tidbits
15:06
Grab Belkin's 12-port Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro...
Bargain hunters looking for extra ports without spending a fortune can pick up the Belkin 12-port Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro for just $69.99 today only.
Snag Belkin's Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro for just $69.99 - Image credit: Belkin
The Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro is equipped with 12 ports, offering Mac users an easy way to connect a keyboard, mouse, and even up to two external displays (to compatible devices) with ease. And today only, while supplies last, the docking station is marked down to $69.99 at Amazon-owned Woot, reflecting a 61% discount off retail.
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15:00
Spigen just released the Apple Watch charger stand I...
Spigen has just launched a new Apple Watch charging stand that shrinks the iconic design of the original iMac G3 down to bedside-table size, and it looks awesome.
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14:56
Apple restarts its developer betas with iOS 18.6,...
After releasing iOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, and its other operating system updates, as well as starting developer betas for iOS 26 and others, Apple has also introduced developer betas for iOS 18.6, iPadOS 18.6, macOS 15.6, tvOS 18.6, watchOS 11.6, and visionOS 2.6.
Examples of Apple Intelligence at work.
On May 12, Apple released its updates for iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, tvOS 18.5, and visionOS 2.5. Now, Apple is trialling the follow-up operating system updates.
The first iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 developer betas share build number 22G5054d, with macOS Sequoia 15.6 on build number 24G5054d The first tvOS 18.6 build is 22M5054b, the first watchOS 11.6 build is 22U5054b,...
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14:31
Dutch court upholds antitrust ruling against Apple...
Apple has been dealt another regulatory blow in Europe this week. A court in Rotterdam has upheld a 2021 decision by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM), confirming that the company abused its dominant App Store position. Or at least when it comes to dating apps.
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14:07
Threads to get an anti-spoiler feature for TV and...
If you’re anything like me, you have probably hesitated to open Threads after a big TV episode dropped. But starting this week, Meta’s platform will start testing out a way for users to hide spoilers in both text and images. Here’s how it’s going to work.
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13:39
How Average Are You?
From social media use to driving skills, the ThanAverage website offers an amusing way to compare yourself to others while revealing some fascinating aspects of polling bias and self-perception.
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13:29
Pitaka unveils their aramid fiber MagSafe power bank...
We are now in 2025, and there are so many MagSafe battery packs out there. Some are multifunctional, others have software touches, some can charge your phone fast, and they all have differentiators to help you decide. But sometimes you just want a beautiful-looking MagSafe battery pack that does all the main things great, while also looking slim, sleek, and stylish. That is precisely what Pitaka was able to do with their new aramid fiber magnetic power bank. Here is what you should know.
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13:06
Apple to finally let iPhone apps and games offer...
Apple is giving App Store developers a long-overdue tool to better promote in-app purchases, including for games. Starting later this year, developers will finally be able to generate and distribute promo codes for any type of in-app purchase, not just subscriptions. Here’s how it’s going to work.
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12:54
Apple TV+ is on a comedy hot streak, and its new...
12:39
Eero Pro 7 vs Eero Max 7: Amazon's Wi-Fi 7...
Amazon's Eero routers offer mesh networking at a reasonable price, giving modern iPhone owners Wi-Fi 7 speed — and there are two higher-end options. Here's how the prosumer-grade Eero Pro 7 and Eero Max 7 compare on paper.
Eero Pro 7 versus Eero Max 7 [right]
As the march of technology advancement continues at pace, it's fair to say that most people's home networks aren't great. With the increased use of mesh networks and newer Wi-Fi standards, the networks are getting faster with better coverage.
However, while people may be used to periodically replacing their iPhone or iPad with newer models, making changes to the home wireless network is a much rarer occasion. Many people seem happy to use whatever their internet provider installs, and barely has a need to replace their hardware otherwise....
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11:58
Dutch Court Confirms Apple Abused Dominant Position...
A Dutch court on Monday confirmed a 2021 consumer watchdog's ruling saying that Apple had abused its dominant position by imposing unfair conditions on providers of dating apps in the App Store. From a report: The Rotterdam District Court ruled that the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) was therefore right to impose an order subject to a penalty for non-compliance. The court ruled that ACM was right in finding that dating app providers had to use Apple's own payment system, were not allowed to refer to payment options outside the App Store, and had to pay a 30% commission (15% for small providers) to Apple.
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11:29
Shortcuts app has chatbot-like Apple Intelligence...
Apple Intelligence doesn’t (yet) offer an official chatbot mode, but in iOS 26 Apple will let power users get a chatbot-style experience via the Shortcuts app. Here’s how it works.
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11:00
MagSafe Monday: ArmorGo Magnetic Wallet Stand adds a...
MagSafe accessories continue to be a mix of great ideas and daily annoyances, but I keep trying them all. I’ve tried enough wallets to fill a drawer in my desk, and most of them get something right, but miss on a few minor things. Recently, I’ve been trying some new wallets that do more than hold credit cards. That’s what caught my eye with the , and I’ve been using it for the past few weeks.
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10:54
Fortnite and Roblox are making Apple’s kid-friendly...
Apple doesn’t talk much about RAM and iPads. Popular iPad games, however, are forcing the conversation. Fortnite and Roblox, for example, are saying game over to an iPad model with a kid-friendly price that Apple sold until last year.
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10:52
iOS 26 adds incredible new AutoMix feature to Apple...
10:39
Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumored to arrive later this...
10:22
Apple’s Music app in iOS 26 gains my favorite...
One major theme of Apple’s software this year is unification, as seen in the new Liquid Glass design and more cross-platform feature parity. In the realm of improving app feature parity across platforms, there’s a great new capability in iOS 26’s Music app that had previously been exclusive to the Mac: playlist folder creation.
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10:08
Apple Opens Service Program for Mac mini No Power...
No one wants to discover their Mac won’t turn on one day. If you have an M2 Mac mini from mid-to-late 2024, Apple has a new repair program you should be aware of, even if your Mac is working fine today.
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09:37
Trump Mobile launches, hyping $499 US-made phone...
Donald Trump's image will soon be used to sell smartphones, the Trump Organization confirmed after unveiling a new wireless service, Trump Mobile, on Monday.
According to the press release, Trump Mobile's "flagship" wireless plan will be "The 47 Plan," which references Trump's current term as the United States' 47th president.
The Trump Organization says the plan offers an "unbeatable value"—costing $47.45 per month—and "transformational" cellular service. But the price seems to be on par with other major carriers' "best phone plans," according to a recent CNET roundup, and the service simply plugs into the 5G network through "all three major carriers," the press release noted.
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08:41
If your out-of-warranty M2 Mac mini won’t turn on,...
Macworld
Apple has started a service program to specifically address a problem that owners of the M2 Mac mini may be having. According to Apple, “a very small percentage” of these Mac minis have an issue where they will no longer power on. Eligible devices can have service done to fix the issue by Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider.
The affected Mac minis were manufactured between June 16, 2024 and November 23, 2024. To see if your Mac mini qualifies, Apple has a website where you provide your Mac mini’s serial number: check if your Mac mini is qualified for service.
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06:50
Hey AirPods users, you can soon beta-test new...
Macworld
Amid the chaos and excitement of an Apple event, one or two interesting announcements will generally fall through the cracks and go unreported. Sure enough, one WWDC25 news item affecting the AirPods has only just been noticed, and it could make a big difference to the user experience.
As spotted by MacRumors, Apple’s press release for new features coming to the AirPods this fall contains a quiet surprise at the bottom of the page: “All of these features are available for testing starting today through the Apple Developer Program… and a public beta will be available through the Apple Beta...
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06:18
2026 might be the year when Apple might offer a Mac...
05:56
Global iPhone sales grew 15% year-over-year in Apple...
05:50
iOS 26 will finally stop annoying misdials once and...
Macworld
Ever since I’ve been using an iPhone to make calls, I’ve been accidentally calling people. Sometimes my fingers just fumble on the call list, sometimes I’m trying to view someone’s contact card and miss, other times it’s because I tap to hang up a split second after the other person has already ended the call, and I call someone at the bottom of my Recents tab.
Whatever the reason, I need to either quickly hang up or sheepishly explain to the person on the other end that I didn’t mean to call them. Not anymore. In iOS 26, there’s a new toggle that eliminates the possibility of ever tapping a recent call to dial someone by mistake.
As spotted by Aaronp613 on X, the new Phone app in iOS 26 comes with a new setting to “Tap Recents to Call” when using the updated...
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05:47
Dutch court fines Apple with a for ‘imposing unfair...
05:46
Apple posts first round of developer betas for...
05:45
Another analyst claims AirPods Pro 3 won’t arrive...
04:15
5 popular iPhone and Mac apps in serious danger of...
Macworld
It wouldn’t be WWDC if Apple didn’t do a little stealing. In fact, Apple has such a longtime habit of introducing new software features that overlap and eventually overtake third-party Mac apps there’s even a term for it. Sherlocking comes from Apple’s Sherlock app, one of the first to usurp a popular third-party alternative called Watson back in the 1990s.
This practice was on display again at WWDC 2025, where Apple introduced several new features in iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe that looked eerily similar to...
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04:05
Apple purportedly delays release of homeOS and the ‘...
04:03
Rumors coalesce as to iPhone 17 Pro model features...
With approximately three months until the release of the devices, the rumors surrounding Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max handsets have been collected. Here’s what’s rumored as to the upcoming units, according to MacRumors: Aluminum frame: iPhone 17 Pro models are rumored to have an aluminum frame, whereas the iPhone 15 Pro […]
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04:02
SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Luxe is a great device...
04:01
Counterpoint Research: Global Smartphone...
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Apple may be behind in AI, but it leads the industry...
Macworld
Much as I enjoy writing serious articles for Macworld, it’s fun from time to time to be silly. Earlier this month, for example, I wrote a fake script for the WWDC25 keynote featuring, along with some relatively plausible launch predictions, an unplanned laser murder and Mike Rockwell being reborn as a cyborg. It’s nice to let loose once in a while.
So sure, I like a joke as much as the next man. Unless, that is, the next man happens to be Craig Federighi, who presumably now has the job title Vice President, Banter And Shenanigans. I won’t pretend to know the man in his day-to-day work routine; perhaps he sits in silence brooding on the sorrows of the world. All I know is that when showtime arrives, he turns into a force of dad-joke nature.
Which can be, well, a lot. Every June I...
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01:00
Own Windows 11 Pro for less than $15 and finally fun...
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The MacOS is excellent, but sometimes you have no choice but to use Windows. Whether it’s for Windows-exclusive apps, PC gaming, or work software that won’t run on a Mac, having access to both operating systems can be a game-changer. Right now, you can get Windows 11 Pro for just $14.97 (reg. $199).
Here’s how you run this OS on Mac
Installing Windows 11 Pro on your Mac is easier than you might think. You can use Boot Camp to run Windows natively if you have an Intel-based Mac. Prefer to ...
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Sunday June 15
14:29
Apple Migrates Its Password Monitoring Service to...
Meta and AWS have used Rust, and Netflix uses Go,reports the programming news site InfoQ. But using another language, Apple recently "migrated its global Password Monitoring service from Java to Swift, achieving a 40% increase in throughput, and significantly reducing memory usage."
This freed up nearly 50% of their previously allocated Kubernetes capacity, according to the article, and even "improved startup time, and simplified concurrency."
In a recent post, Apple engineers detailed how the rewrite helped the service scale to billions of requests per day while improving responsiveness and maintainability... "Swift allowed us to write smaller, less verbose, and more expressive codebases (close to 85% reduction in lines of code) that are highly readable while prioritizing safety and efficiency."
Apple's Password Monitoring service, part of the broader Password app's ecosystem, is responsible for securely checking whether a user's saved credentials have...
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01:00
Turn back the clock on your PC with Office 2021 and...
Macworld
If you’re looking to make your PC feel like new without breaking the bank, this bundle featuring Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is a deal you won’t want to miss. Priced at just $54.97 (reg. $418.99), it might just be the most affordable way to update your device without purchasing a brand-new one.
Microsoft Office Professional 2021 includes essential applications like ...
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01:00
Block ads for the whole fam for less than your...
Macworld
Ads are everywhere. From gas pump screens to streaming services and social media, the average American is exposed to anywhere between 4,000 and 10,000 ads per day. Enough is enough. While some ads are just plain annoying (looking at you, Liberty Mutual), others can be straight-up harmful. Protect your kids from inappropriate content and protect your Mac from phishing with Adguard’s Family Plan, now just $15.97 with code FAMPLAN.
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Saturday June 14
08:34
Stolen iPhones from an Apple Store Remotely Disabled...
Earlier this week looters who stole iPhones "got an unexpected message from Apple," reports the Economic Times.
"Please return to Apple Tower Theatre. This device has been disabled and is being tracked. Local authorities will be alerted."
Stolen phones "were remotely locked and triggered alarms, effectively turning the devices into high-tech bait. Videos circulating online show the phones flashing the message while blaring loudly, making them impossible to ignore."
According to LAPD Officer Chris Miller, at least three suspects were apprehended in connection to the Apple Store burglary. One woman was arrested on the spot, while two others were detained for looting.
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07:38
The Talk Show Live From WWDC 2025
Recorded in front of a live audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2025.
3D video with spatial audio: Coming soon, exclusively in Sandwich Vision’s Theater on Vision Pro, available on the App Store. This year’s on-demand version of the show in Theater isn’t ready yet, but it looks really good. Better than last year’s by a long shot, and also significantly better than the bandwidth-constrained livestream Tuesday night. The livestream Tuesday night looked good; the on-demand version coming in a few days looks pretty amazing.
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01:00
Cheaper than iCloud, this 2TB cloud storage also...
Macworld
iCloud doesn’t seem expensive until you start doing the math. If you want 2TB with iCloud, you’ll have to pay $9.99 a month. That’s a little under $120 every year. If you want a cheaper alternative to get the same amount of cloud storage, FileJump has a 2TB Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription that’s on sale for $69.97 (reg. $467).
The biggest difference between iCloud and FileJump is that the latter won’t seamlessly integrate with your iOS devices. But with $10 extra in your pocket every month… does it really matter? It’s still practically seamless to upload images, videos, and files under 15GB in size using the...
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01:00
Need to run Windows on your Mac? A Parallels Pro...
Macworld
If you have a Mac but still need to run Windows apps, Parallels Pro makes it surprisingly easy. Instead of switching computers or rebooting into a different system, Parallels lets you run Windows, Linux, or other operating systems right alongside macOS. Whether you are moving from PC to Mac or just need access to certain programs that do not have Mac versions, this tool creates a virtual machine that works like a second computer within your Mac. It’s usually $119.99 for a 1-year Parallels Desktop Subscription for Macs, but right now it’s only $74.99.
What can Parallels do?
Parallels Pro lets you run Windows...
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00:06
iOS beta release date and how to get iOS beta...
Macworld
Apple unveiled iOS 26 (not iOS 19) at WWDC 2025, and it will (probably) arrive on iPhones in September 2025. But Apple’s beta program is here now, so you can try out the new software features in the developer beta if you’re feeling brave. Although maybe you should first read about why we advise against installing the iOS beta.
A little time later, those signed up for the (typically more stable) public beta will be able to start testing the new version of the iPhone operating system. This will arrive ahead of its full launch, which is expected in September with the...
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Friday June 13
15:10
macOS Tahoe Brings a New Disk Image Format
Apple's macOS 26 "Tahoe" introduces a new disk image format called ASIF, designed to dramatically improve performance over previous formats like UDRW and sparse bundles -- achieving near-native read/write speeds for virtual machines and general disk image use. The Eclectic Light Company reports: Apple provides few technical details, other than stating that the intrinsic structure of ASIF disk images doesn't depend on the host file system's capabilities, and their size on the host depends on the size of the data stored in the disk. In other words, they're a sparse file in APFS, and are flagged as such. [...]
Conclusions:
- Where possible, in macOS 26 Tahoe in particular, VMs should use ASIF disk images rather than RAW/UDRW.
- Unless a sparse bundle is required (for example when it's hosted on a different file system such as that in a NAS), ASIF should be first choice for general purpose disk images in Tahoe.
- It would be preferable for virtualizers to be...
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14:32
Upcoming NMUG Presentation on Practical Uses of AI
Join Adam Engst for a free online presentation about practical uses of AI at the Naples MacFriends User Group meeting on 18 June 2025. Everyone is invited!
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14:22
Microsoft Office for Mac 16.98
Brings improvements for Outlook and several security updates. ($149.99 new for one-time purchase, $99.99/$69.99 annual subscription options, free update, macOS 12+)
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14:20
Typinator 9.2
Improves handling of multi-desktop environments for the text expansion utility. ($29.99 new, free update, 9.2 MB, macOS 11+)
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14:09
Anker Recalls 1.1 Million PowerCore 10000 Power Banks
Anker is recalling over 1.1 million PowerCore 10000 power banks due to fire and burn hazards following 19 reports of fires and explosions. If you own one, you can receive a free replacement or a $30 gift card, but proper disposal is necessary.
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13:07
iOS 26 developer beta updated just days after...
Macworld
As is tradition, Apple released beta versions of its new operating systems to developers on the first day of WWDC on June 9. Beta 1 is for developers only–the public beta will begin in July, probably after two or three developer-only betas.
The first beta release of iOS 26 has everything Apple demonstrated in its WWDC keynote: Liquid Glass, the new Phone app and features, the new Camera and Photos experience, and more.
Apple updated beta 1 for developers today, though the version number has only changed the last letter (from 23A5260n to 23A5260u). This is still “beta 1” and there are likely no new features, just a...
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12:30
The Vaporware That Apple Insists Isn't Vaporware
At WWDC 2024, Apple showed off a dramatically improved Siri that could handle complex contextual queries like "when is my mom's flight landing?" The demo was heavily edited due to latency issues and couldn't be shown in a single take. Multiple Apple engineers reportedly learned about the feature by watching the keynote alongside everyone else. Those features never shipped.
Now, nearly a year later, Apple executives Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak are conducting press interviews claiming the 2024 demonstration wasn't "vaporware" because working code existed internally at the time. The company says the features will arrive "in the coming year" -- which Apple confirmed means sometime in 2026.
Apple is essentially arguing that internal development milestones matter more than actual product delivery. The executives have also been setting up strawman arguments, claiming critics expected Apple to build a ChatGPT competitor rather than addressing the core issue: announcing...
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10:39
VirtualMacOSX.com user data exposed in breach
Macworld
Cybersecurity researchers SafetyDetectives reported on Friday about a data breach involving VirtualMacOSX.com, an online provider of cloud services targeted at Mac users. The breach involves data that “belongs to 10,000 of its customers.”
SafetyDetectives states that it found a post publicizing a VirtualMacOSX.com database in a forum known for data leaks, cracks, and more. Access to the data was given to those who replied to or liked the post. The data included sensitive information, including full names, financial data, contact info, and passwords. Analysis by SafetyDetectives led them to believe the data is genuine, but the researchers “refrained from testing the exposed credentials” to verify the data due to ethical concerns.
VirtualMacOSX.com describes itself as an “affordable, Mac-based home on the web. We offer Mac OS X server plans...
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